Bridgewater Hero Gathered Donations For Frontline Workers

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from Lisa Darby who is nominating Annette Smutko of Bridgewater.

Name: Annette Smutko

Home town: Bridgewater

Hero's job: Health Care

Reason for recognition: Annette spearheaded a project to gather donations of water and snack to make 235 hero bags. She donated them to front line workers at 7 different locations in Somerset County.

One thing to know: Annette has been a volunteer with the Somerset County 4-H for 31 years.

Thank you for all you do, Annette!

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